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Old 09-30-2010, 10:46 AM
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Looking for the DIY guide: "Front Air Struts and Air Compressor"

Hello,
Can someone send me a link to how to replace the front air struts/shocks for a 2004 X5 4.4i that has the optional air ride?

Also is there a link on how to replace the air compressor that is located in the rear cargo by the spare tire.

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Old 09-30-2010, 11:10 AM
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Looking to do my struts this next week too. Anyone have any tips they can post?
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Old 09-30-2010, 02:09 PM
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Hello,
Can someone send me a link to how to replace the front air struts/shocks for a 2004 X5 4.4i that has the optional air ride?

Also is there a link on how to replace the air compressor that is located in the rear cargo by the spare tire.

Thanks
Do a search.
I remember posting the TIS document.
HINT: click on my nick and do a search for all posts by me.
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Old 09-30-2010, 07:21 PM
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Thanks for helping out.

I do wish there was a DIY with step by step pictures, part numbers and etc.


Here is the TIS and also a couple more to help with air suspension system.
Attached ImagesRA Checking air spring struts_air springs for damage.pdf (31.7 KB, 52 views)RA Replacing front left or right air spring strut.pdf (75.0 KB, 51 views)RA Draining_filling air spring system (ride-height control).pdf (64.6 KB, 46 views)RA Draining_filling air spring system (twin-axle ride-height control).pdf (79.2 KB, 42 views)

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Do a search.
I remember posting the TIS document.
HINT: click on my nick and do a search for all posts by me.
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Old 09-30-2010, 07:24 PM
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Old 09-30-2010, 02:28 PM
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I did the search and found the TIS for the front air springs. It looks like a fairly simple job. Thanks for taking the time to post the info!
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